Devil May Cry 5: Before the Nightmare

Unreleased Devil May Cry 5 -Before the Nightmare- is a prequel novel set before the events of Devil May Cry 5 written by Bingo Morihashi and illustrated by Tsuyomaru. It's set to release on March 1st, 2019.

Plot
Several years after the Order of the Sword incident, Kyrie and Nero (who are living together) are approached by the weapon artist Nico. While initially wary of her rude demeanour, Nero gradually warms to her. However, a certain demon attacks Nero.

At the same time, Dante's informant Morrison introduces him to the mysterious V who has a request for him. V tells Dante that suppressing this demon is Dante's reason for fighting.